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Mongolian Yurt Village: Authentic Ger Rentals in Dorset England

This yurt village at Herston Camp Site in Swanage, Dorset, UK features authentic Mongolian yurts (gers) made in Mongolia. The village offers six yurts of various sizes, each equipped with traditional furnishings and wood-burning stoves.

Design Details

  • Location: Herston Camp Site, Washpond Lane, Swanage, Dorset, UK
  • Yurt Count: Six yurts in various sizes
  • Construction: Authentic Mongolian-made gers
  • Insulation: Traditional felt
  • Heating/Cooking: Wood-burning stoves
  • Furnishings: Table, double futon bed, two single futons per yurt

Yurt Village Exterior

Mongolian yurt exterior at Dorset village
Aerial view of Mongolian yurt village


Village Layout

Mongolian yurt village layout
Multiple yurts at Dorset campsite

Traditional Mongolian Door

Traditional Mongolian yurt door

Interior Living Space

Mongolian yurt interior with furnishings
Cozy Mongolian yurt interior
Inside authentic Mongolian ger

Yurt Construction Process

Mongolian yurt frame construction
Traditional yurt assembly

Video Tour: Mongolian Yurt Village

Photos courtesy of Yurt Village

Lessons from Traditional Mongolian Yurt Design

  • Authentic Construction Provides Character: Yurts made by traditional craftspeople in Mongolia carry cultural authenticity Western copies lack
  • Felt Insulation Works: Traditional felt layers provide effective insulation for year-round comfort
  • Wood Stoves Serve Dual Purpose: Central stoves provide both heating and cooking capability in a single appliance
  • Circular Layouts Maximize Space: Round floor plans eliminate wasted corner areas common in rectangular structures
  • Rental Villages Introduce Yurt Living: Trying yurt camping helps people evaluate whether this style suits their needs before building or buying

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Alex Pino is the founder of Tiny House Talk, a leading resource on tiny homes and simple living since 2009. He helps readers discover unique homes, connect with builders, and explore alternative living.
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  • December 21, 2010, 3:13 am

    Hi New Modern Mongolia yurt (Hunnu Ger)

  • Holly
    January 16, 2013, 8:54 pm

    Very nice

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